Published 19:55 IST, November 14th 2019

UFC: Dwayne 'The Rock' Johnson on his advice to Jorge Masvidal after Nate Diaz fight

UFC: Dwayne 'The Rock' Johnson strapped the BMF title on Jorge Masvidal at UFC 244. He just revealed the advice he gave to Jorge Masvidal after his win.

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Jorge Masvidal defeated Nate Diaz at UFC 244 two weeks ago to be crowned UFC’s first and only BMF Champion which was presented by legendary Dwayne ' Rock' Johnson.

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Dwayne ' Rock' Johnson recently me an appearance on a talk show with MMA Journalist Ariel Helwani where he discussed a number of topics. It turns out that BMF Championship belt was t  only thing that Jorge Masvidal h received from Rock on night at Mison Square Garden. While Rock spoke about being host for title fight between Nate Diaz and Jorge Masvidal at UFC 244, he also revealed that he took time to congratulate Jorge Masvidal on fight and that he was very happy for him. He also reminded him of  opportunity that is presented and how title was somewhat polarising in sport. vice was mostly about appreciating moment and encouraging Jorge Masvidal to work hard to keep his momentum going.

Here is complete interview from talk show:

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UFC News: Rock slammed over favouritism of Jorge Masvidal

Nate Diaz later slammed Rock for favouritism in a post-fight rant and h accused 47-year-old in an -len slur over his connection with fellow Miami-native Jorge Masvidal. Rock, however, took criticism in his stride and dressed Nate Diaz saying that this is what Nate Diaz is kwn and loved for.

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15:38 IST, November 14th 2019